Pumpkin Shrimp Curry

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Pumpkin Shrimp Curry
45 min.
4
484kcal

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Embrace the vibrant flavors of autumn with this delicious Pumpkin Shrimp Curry, a dish that seamlessly blends the sweetness of pumpkin and butternut squash with the savory richness of shrimp. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this curry is designed to delight everyone at your table, making it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner.

The creamy texture of unsweetened coconut milk mingles beautifully with tantalizing spices like curry powder and cayenne pepper, creating an aromatic experience that will elevate your culinary repertoire. The addition of fresh lime juice and zest brings a zesty brightness that cuts through the richness, leaving you refreshed with every bite.

Cooking this dish takes only 45 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. Serve it over a bed of steaming rice to soak up all those luscious flavors. With a generous topping of cilantro and crispy fried shallots, this curry not only pleases the palate but also delights the eyes—making it a feast in every sense.

Join us in creating a comforting yet exotic dish that celebrates the best of seasonal ingredients. Your friends and family will appreciate the care and creativity you put into this delightful Pumpkin Shrimp Curry!

Ingredients

  • cup butternut squash diced
  • 15 ounce pumpkin puree canned
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • servings cilantro leaves 
  • servings rice steamed
  • 1.5 teaspoons curry powder 
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  • tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • servings lime zest 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • cup onion sliced
  •  plum tomatoes chopped
  • servings shallots 
  • pound shrimp deveined peeled
  • cup coconut milk unsweetened
  • cups vegetable stock 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and ginger; sauté until soft, about 8 minutes.
  3. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Stir in plum tomato and pumpkin purée; cook, stirring frequently, until pumpkin is golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add vegetable broth, coconut milk, curry powder, and cayenne pepper; simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Add butternut squash, shrimp, and lime juice. Simmer until shrimp are cooked and squash is warm.
  6. Serve with steamed rice. Top with cilantro, lime zest, and fried shallots.

Nutrition Facts

Calories484kcal
Protein22.85%
Fat40.53%
Carbs36.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
98.75
Glycemic Load
25.88
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.140435115151%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.6mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
8.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:484.06kcal
24.2%
Fat:22.63g
34.81%
Saturated Fat:14.01g
87.56%
Carbohydrates:45.99g
15.33%
Net Carbohydrates:39.29g
14.29%
Sugar:9.63g
10.7%
Cholesterol:182.57mg
60.86%
Sodium:625.16mg
27.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.69g
57.38%
Vitamin A:20687.63IU
413.75%
Manganese:1.33mg
66.65%
Copper:0.84mg
41.99%
Phosphorus:408.27mg
40.83%
Magnesium:117.12mg
29.28%
Potassium:957.41mg
27.35%
Fiber:6.7g
26.79%
Vitamin C:20.38mg
24.71%
Vitamin K:24.22µg
23.07%
Iron:3.91mg
21.73%
Vitamin E:3.05mg
20.34%
Zinc:2.7mg
18.03%
Selenium:10.89µg
15.56%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.48%
Calcium:153.94mg
15.39%
Folate:46.25µg
11.56%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.7%
Vitamin B3:1.79mg
8.93%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.27%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.57%
Source:Epicurious